Kia’s futuristic PV5 comes as a passenger van and, as here, in Cargo form. Both share the same ADAS technology. The PV5 Cargo emerges from Euro NCAP’s tests with a five-star rating, putting it amongst the best choices for those looking for safety as well as practicality.

The autonomous emergency braking (AEB) system is standard equipment throughout Europe. The system combines AEB with Forward Collision Warning (FCW) that detects vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists as well as other vehicles. In Euro NCAP’s tests of the system’s reaction to vehicles, performance was good, even at higher speeds. The system performed well in tests of its reaction to pedestrians and cyclists, with collisions avoided in most test scenarios. The system also protects pedestrians to the rear of the van.

The standard-fit Lane Support System (LSS) gently steers the vehicle if it is drifting out of lane. The system intervenes more aggressively in some more critical situations to prevent the van from leaving the road. Here again, performance was good.

The speed assistance system uses digital mapping and a camera to determine the local speed limit. This information is presented to the driver who can set the speed limiter accordingly.

There is a standard-fit seatbelt reminder system for both the driver and passenger seat.